[1] Covering is the last line of defense to avoid an incoming strike and consists of putting arms and forearms up and in front of the area on the body that is being blocked.
The first level is for Physical Defense and is used to absorb an opponent's attacks, without the use of counter-attacks or evasive maneuvers.
[2] The third level of countering is Awareness Defense which is a covering usage that utilizes predicted movement to defend against an opponent using evasive body positioning and counter-attacks while maintaining a covered position.
[2] In each level of defense, covering oneself is used throughout, coupled with other evasive and countering techniques at times.
[4] Krav Maga covering starts in an athletic fighting stance with both arms raised, fists balled, and palms facing the body.